In a culture focused on success, achievement, and perfection, most people mistakenly think that striving and being constantly on the go is the only way to accomplish more and get the most out of their time. However, working round the clock is inefficient, and being constantly on the go isn’t the way to get the…
What is Shadow Work and How it Can Help You Understand Your Demons
The shadow self houses all the negative aspects of ourselves that we have difficulty accepting. Many of us are afraid of facing darkness. Our first instinct is to suppress it and conform to societal norms, but your shadow self-craves to be seen and understood. Not coming to terms with it harms your wellbeing. Shining a…
How to Create a Routine that Aligns with Your Values
Values guide our lives, whether we realize it or not. We make choices based on a set of values, whether ours or others. When people don’t know their values, they take on other people’s values. Studies show that being in integrity with our values and embodying them leads to lasting fulfillment and satisfaction. Regardless of…
How to Increase Emotional Intelligence and Why it’s So Important
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is defined as “the ability to perceive, control and evaluate emotions.” EQ is not just some nice-to-have trait — it’s essential for our general wellbeing. Although different types of people handle emotions differently, anyone can learn how to increase emotional intelligence with the right knowledge and tools. Find out how to increase…
The Difference Between Hedonic and Eudaimonic Happiness (and why it matters)
Most of us are familiar with hedonic happiness – the type that’s derived from pleasure and enjoyment. While hedonism might make you feel good temporarily, it won’t change a reality that you’re not happy with. To create the type of happiness that’s enduring, you need to balance hedonic with eudaimonic happiness – the type of…
How Structure Can Create More Free Time
Structure doesn’t mean that you must always be on the go and adhere to a rigid timetable. When done correctly, building structure can create freedom in your schedule. It allows you to fully invest and be present in what you do. By making these gradual, incremental tweaks to your lifestyle, you can create more free…
Understanding Individualistic and Collectivistic Cultures and How it Impacts Us
Culture is a way of life. It consists of practices, beliefs, rules, habits, and values that are used to guide behavior. Becoming aware of your culture’s influence and using that to make conscious choices that serve both your personal growth and your community is the key to finding balance. Here, we discuss both individualistic and…
How to Create the Ideal Schedule Using Your Circadian Rhythms
We all have a well-defined internal clock that’s commonly referred to as circadian rhythms. This clock regulates important body processes and determines how our energy flows throughout the day. By working with your body’s cycles, you can understand your natural peaks and valleys and harness your energy to pack more into your day. These three…
5 Ways to Manage Your Energy Better
Knowing how to maintain your energy is essential if you want to get more done and have a richer life experience. You can do this by learning to manage your energy better and becoming aware of how your body functions with its energetic ebbs and flows. Learn how to make positive shifts in your lifestyle…
Productivity Boost: 7 Types of Breaks That Increase Productivity
Getting proper rest is not just about getting enough sleep and vacation time. As multi-faceted beings, we have different needs that must be met to function at peak state. Knowing the seven types of breaks that boost productivity, and making time for ourselves, leads to a life of balance and success. (Estimated reading time: 6-7…